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The Washington Post publication lists delivery options for Washington and Alexandria subscribers with weekly and monthly rates for daily and Sunday editions. Remittances are payable to The Washington Post Co. with offices in New York and Chicago. Saturday, August 13, 1904.
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Too Many Election Days Debate on National Election Day rule
A correspondent asks if U S elections could all be on one day. The piece argues Congress has power to fix the date for House elections, urging a unified presidential and congressional election schedule to reduce the number of voting days and curb immigrant voting influence. It notes states’ autonomy but cites constitutional authority to set election timing.
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European press laments US naval moves near Turkey
A Russian paper criticizes American naval demonstrations at the eastern Mediterranean warning they risk provoking a European crisis and threaten Turkey's independence. It argues Britain alone might resist alarming actions, while other powers prefer not to disrupt the current balance and risk broad calamity.
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Political debate on Philippine policy and Cuban precedent
The piece analyzes Parker Roosevelts positions on Philippine independence and compares Democratic and Republican stances. It argues neither party offers a clear path to Filipino self government while highlighting differences about Cuba. It critiques reliance on statistics and notes media misrepresentations in campaign reporting.
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Heirs to the Czar and Manila Critics
The piece critiques campaign rhetoric on sav ings deposits and wealth, mocks the Commercial's Germany comparison, and lampoons officials in Manila. It notes the Czar's expected heir with ironic affection and highlights alleged abuses by Manila customs affecting US military personnel, questioning civil military balance.
News and Gossip of Other Lands on Royals in War East
The article surveys European royal involvement in the Orient war, listing Prince Adalbert and other princes assigned to various fronts and staffs. It notes little personal peril for some, but mentions sickness as the primary risk for others amid the Port Arthur actions.
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Changes in Occupation Reflect Shifts in Work Across Era
The Boston Transcript notes a generation of dramatic labor shifts from agriculture and domestic service to professions and engineering. Women enter the workforce in larger numbers while entertainment and literary fields grow, led by electrical and civil engineering gains. Street railway work surges 62 percent, signaling new paths for a rapidly expanding economy.
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Universal Peace Proposal Recalled From The Czar
From London spare Moments a note on the Czar's bid for universal peace recalls Henry IV of Navarre's sixteenth century plan for a European federation. Nations would balance military and naval power and a supreme arbitration court would resolve disputes, excluding the Turks who would wage war of extermination. The project was discussed and dropped.
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Triumph of the English Tongue From the St Louis Globe Democrat
An English-speaking nation has grown on the west side of the Atlantic and now leads in spreading the language. Two thirds of English speakers live in the United States and industrial progress favors English use. Century ago French Spanish and German led in usage but English has surpassed them and is now spoken by more people than any other language.
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Chicago growth doubts raise alarm in city ties
A Boston Herald critique cites Chicago’s growth as only 16,000 in a year, warning it would take decades to reach large census gains. The piece ponders causes from race deaths to emigration and job scarcity, reflecting concern over the windy city’s fate amidst scattered quotes from other papers.
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Massachusetts Reciprocity Debate Divides Republican Party
The New York Commercial reports Senator Lodge faces opposition from Democrats and some Republicans over Canadian reciprocity. A circulating petition urges clear support for reciprocal trade, while Lodge avoids taking a firm stand. Mass Republican leaders reject splitting the party, viewing reciprocity as non paramount and not a cause to divide for Roosevelt and Fairbanks supporters.
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Dangers in Surf Bathing Warn of Atlantic City Drownings
The Philadelphia Inquirer notes Atlantic City had no July drownings in nineteen years but reports a breach this month amid widespread coastwide incidents. Cautions urge safer surf behavior, warning that expert swimming and patience near breakers prevent cramps and accidents.
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Parker Ag acknowledgment in mixed 1904 press clippings
A collage of 1904 editorials reviews Judge Parker's acceptance speech, praising its democratic spirit and warning about Roosevelt and the party’s fate. The clippings note its cautious tone, legal experience, and potential to influence voters, with mixed judgments from Cleveland and Providence Journal.
Canadian professor at Willard discusses Canada U S trade and ties
Canadian political scientist Professor Shortt of Queens University Kingston visits Washington to study U S rail taxation and reciprocity, arguing Canada remains prosperous and unlikely to embrace free trade with the United States. He criticizes imperial federation and notes strong affection for Britain but seeks broader treaties with other nations. He also comments on U S Capitol repairs and political views from Tennessee, Iowa, and California figures observed in hotel lobbies.
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Roosevelt Boys at Fair Caught in Prosy Agent Spotlight
Vic Snaggs and Mrs Snaggs discuss whether the Roosevelt boys would enjoy the fair more if they could move unseen by the patrol and avoid a newspaper column. The exchange reveals concern about being watched and reported.
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Distinctive Humor Fragments From Newspaper Humour Pages
A collage of quips and jokes from multiple papers. Lines reference reform saloons, automobile damages, and human nature. Witty exchanges hint at social satire and early 20th century humor trends.
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